MOOIKLOOF RIDGE EXCLUSIVE
DECEMBER 2021
DECEMBER HOLIDAYS
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Word From Estate Manager
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Estate Contact Details
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Word From Security Manager
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Access Control
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Estate Rules
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Recipe of the Month
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Blood Drive
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December Holidays
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ESTATE CONTACT DETAILS: Estate Office: 012 480 4051 / 012 480 2075
Disclaimer: This eMagazine is produced especially for residents of Mooikloof Ridge Estate to provide updates and useful information. It is produced by Black Marble Media, on behalf of the Mooikloof Ridge Estate . Although every effort is taken to ensure accuracy of content, Mooikloof Ridge Estate HOA and/or the Publisher, cannot be held liable for any inaccurate information, and may not agree with all opinions expressed in this publication.
The Estate office will be closing on 17 December 2021
ESTATE MANAGER With 2021 coming to an end, may this festive season sparkle and shine, may all your wishes and dreams come true. I would like to wish you and your family a happy New Year, may the coming year be eventful and bring you good health to keep you full of life and energy.
at 13h00 and will re-open on Monday 3 January 2022 at 08h00. During the festive season, residents are reminded that it stays the responsibility of those owners/residents to adhere to the relevant regulations. Visitors are to adhere to the same COVID-19 rules as our residents to promote a safe environment. The wearing of a cloth face mask in any common areas is mandatory. Residents are reminded to visit our website www. mooikloofridge.com for any details you may need regarding your scheme or any other information required. Kind Regards
Should you be travelling, may your journey be safe. Estate Mananger
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VIEW ESTATE MAP & COORDINATES
ESTATE CONTACT DETAILS Website :
Estate Office :
Estate Office :
Control Room :
Estate Manager :
Squash Court Bookings :
Security Manager :
Clubhouse Bookings :
www.mooikloofridge.com office@mooikloofridge.com 071 685 6438 082 463 7705
012 480 4051 / 012 480 2075 012 480 4551 / 071 678 9869 012 480 4551 / 071 678 9869 012 480 4051 / 012 480 2075
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SECURITY MANAGER Johan Hough
Security is of paramount concern in our Estate, and we will endeavour to always keep residents safe. We as the security management of the estate have put in many electronic monitoring systems to always keep residents safe. We are continuing even through to year end, to strategise on the improvement of systems and intelligence of crime. It is however important that residents play their part. Please do not let your guard down during the holiday season, always be vigilant and ensure that your property is safely secured before going on holiday.
IMPORTANT CONTACT DETAILS FOR SECURITY: MOOIKLOOF RIDGE CONTROL ROOM: 012 480 4551 / 071 678 9896 (24/7) SECURITY MANAGER: 082 463 7705 (MON – FRI 07H00 – 17H00) BOSCHKOP SAPS: 012 802 0909 / 012 802 0856
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A word from the Security Manager (CONT.)
Don’t forget to close all windows and fasten the screws on the windows, lock all doors and gates, ensure that taps are all closed properly and switch off your geysers. The safety catch on the sliding doors must be locked. Please familiarise yourselves with the security emergency contact numbers and the general rules of the Estate which are located on the www.mooikloofridge.com website. If there are any security concerns, please contact our security control room and we will assist in resolving these issues speedily. We also have an anonymous tip off section on our website, please use this feature to maintain your identity. I would like to wish you all a pleasant festive season.
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ACCESS CONTROL PEDESTRIAN GATE: All pedestrians entering/exiting the Estate via the turnstiles must be in possession of an access tag or gate code. Residents may not attempt to influence the guards to deviate security from their procedures at the Main Gate and turnstile gate. Please comply with security protocol. MOVING IN AND OUT OF THE ESTATE: All moving companies must be provided with an access code to enter/exit the Estate. All moving companies must be provided with a permit to remove goods from the Estate. Moving times: Monday – Saturday 09h00-17h00 Sundays – 09h00-13h00 (Only if the Sunday falls at the end of the month) MOVING GOODS OUT OF THE ESTATE: Residents moving goods out of the Estate will need to collect a permit from the Estate Office to hand to Security on exiting with the goods
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ESTATE RULES
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RESIDENTS CAN DOWNLOAD THE AMMENDED HOA RULES FROM OUR WEBSITE www.mooikloofridge.com The HOA would like to call on all our residents to assist and cooperate, regarding the following aspects:
driving and speeding. Residents can report reckless driving to the control room.
Show courtesy We are all neighbours in a small town of our own, let’s be respectful and courteous Roads and behaviour The roads within the Estate are private to each other and make our living roads. We urge residents to adhere to environment a pleasant one. normal traffic regulations and obey the Litter speed limits within the Estate. Residents are urged to make use of the Bear in mind there are children on the dustbins provided within the Estate. Let’s roads as well as joggers and cyclists that work together at keeping our Estate clean could be seriously injured due to reckless and hygienic.
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Estate Rules... (CONT.)
Alcohol consumption in common areas The consumption of alcoholin ALL common areas is STRICTLY PROHIBITED. This is a family friendly environment, and the protection of our children is of utmost importance. Common areas constitute any AREA outside your unit like walkways, car parks, garages, parks and recreational areas. Renting or selling Should you wish to rent or sell your apartment please make use of our approved agents, their details can be found on our website www.mooikloofridge.com under Approved Agents. Should you wish to rent an apartment make sure you do a proper background check on who you are renting from before paying over deposits. All our approved agents are accredited with the Estate Agents Affairs Board. Vehicle registration Please make sure that your vehicles are registered with the Estate Office, should you purchase a new vehicle make sure that you update your new information with the Estate Office. Changes to property Making any changes to your property? Please remember you need to obtain permission from your body corporate first.
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MONTH:: RECIPE OF THE MONTH
MARSHMALLOW
and Chocolate
CHRISTMAS COOKIES BRAAIBROODJIE
Tis the Season to be Baking...
Valentine’s Day is around the corner. Have you planned something special for your loved ones?
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Jan Braai’s delicious Marshmallow and Chocolate Braaibroodjie is bound to hit the sweet spot. Give it a try and send photos of your Valentine’s Day celebrations to wilma@blackmarblemedia.co.za – you could be featured in the nextsource: edition. Recipe www.thepioneerwoman.com
RECIPE OF THE MONTH: WHAT YOU NEED:
METHOD:
FOR THE COOKIES: • 2/3 c. granulated sugar • 1/2 c. unsalted butter, softened • 2 tsp. vanilla extract • 3/4 tsp. almond extract • 3 large eggs • 2 1/2 c. all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting • 2 tsp. baking powder • 3/4 tsp. salt
1. For the cookies: Beat the sugar, butter, vanilla extract and almond extract until smooth and fluffy. Add the eggs and beat until combined. (The batter will look separated.) 2. Gradually add the flour, baking powder and salt. Beat until all of the dry ingredients are incorporated. Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and chill for at least 1 hour or up to 4 hours. 3. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Shape the dough into about 36, 2,5 cm balls (lightly dusting hands with flour, as needed) and place on 2 parchment-lined baking sheets, spacing each at least 2,5 cm apart. 4. Bake the cookies until set and very lightly browned on the bottom, 10 to 12 minutes. Transfer the cookies to a wire rack to cool completely, about 30 minutes. 5. For the glaze: In a medium bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk and vanilla extract. Dip the top of each cookie in the glaze, allowing the excess to drip off and then sprinkle with the sprinkles. Let the cookies stand until the glaze hardens, about 30 minutes.
FOR THE GLAZE: • 2 c. powdered sugar • 3 tbsp. milk • 1/2 tsp. vanilla extract • Red and green sprinkles, for decorating
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BLOOD DRIVE - SANBS Check with the Estate Office for the Dates of our next Blood Drive.
DECEMBER
Safety tips for around the pools • • • • • • • •
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Make sure children are always supervised in the pool area. Do not swim if you feel sick. Avoid swallowing swimming pool water as it contains chemicals. Do not run in the pool area. Do not scream in the pool area. Do not dive into the pool unless safe to do so. Keep hydrated. Use sunblock and hats.
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A lifeguard will be stationed at the swimming pools from 10 December 2021 to 09 January 2022, from 09h00 to 17h00, Monday to Sunday. The responsibility of the lifeguard is to monitor the Estate swimming pool rules and the COVID-19 rules and regualations. The lifegaurd will work hand in hand with security to make sure all residents comply.
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Holidays
December Holidays (CONT.)
The swimming pool times are 09h00 – 19h00, Monday to Friday. • No alcohol is permitted in the pool areas. • Do NOT litter in the pool area • No glass is permitted in the pool area Children under the age of 12 years may not make use of the pools unless they are accompanied by an adult.
Estate clubhouse bathrooms It has been bought to the attention of the Estate Manager that the clubhouse bathrooms are constantly being vandalised, nappies have been found in the urinals, tissues blocking the basins, litter, toilets not flushed to name a few, let’s work together to keep the bathrooms hygienic and clean.
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December Holidays (CONT.)
Braai areas
Residents can make use of the braai areas, please remember to practice social distancing and wear cloth face masks in this area, alcohol is not permitted, stretch tents are not permitted. Residents are asked to please make use of the dustbins provided for litter.
Things to keep in mind this festive season: • Fireworks are not permitted on the Estate. • If you have pets, make sure they are looked after during the festive season. • Practice good neighbourliness, respect your neighbour during this time. • If you are going away on vacation, make sure your house is properly secure. • Adhere strictly to the Estate speed limit, there are more children than normal out celebrating the holidays.
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